1999 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2003 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2003 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | GTV | Guara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1772 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
